Chapter 963 Negotiations
"A Mexi County is enough?"
Li Xun did not follow Ruan Chong's words, but asked him what else do you want besides Mexi County?
Ruan Chong said anxiously: "Sir, we don't want anything, just Mexi County, and it won't take too long, at most a year or two..."
Li Xun interrupted him: "What are Ruan Zhongzang's plans? Tell me the truth. If you can, I will definitely help."
"Sir, my general has decided that he will lead his army to conquer Zhanpo by tomorrow at the latest."
Faced with Li Xun's inquiry, Ruan Chong did not hide it and directly told the details.
In this battle in Lingnan, Ruan Zhongzang ignored the high-level internal leaders of the Beijiang Association. The united front opinions had not been unified yet, and he still tried every means to participate, which had a lot to do with the internal bad situation in Champo.
Now, the internal political struggles of Zhan Po are very fierce. After the death of Zhang Fu, the first king of the founding king, over the past thirty years, four monarchs were all foolish and violent. They started wars internally, killers and middle and senior officials of the court, and externally, and the people were in vain and resentment, and the people had reached their peak.
In fact, over the years, the Beijiang Association and Champo have always had very close ties. Both sides are waiting for an opportunity. However, after the death of the old president of the Beijiang Association, Ruan Zhongchun, the successor president, had no ambitions and no manliness, and was not interested in restoring the country. Over the past few years, many relationships between the Beijiang Association and Champo have gradually faded.
Ruan Zhongchun was not interested in restoring the country, but his younger brother Ruan Zhongzang never forgot about it. The dreams and glory of his ancestors were his greatest belief and ambitions.
Ten days ago, Gao Zhiyao, the prefect of the Rongdao of Champo, sent someone to secretly visit Ruan Zhongzang and clearly told him that as long as Zhang Zhong and the 50,000 army led by him entered Lingnan and broke out with the Jin Dynasty, several local tyrants with military power in the country would unite to revolt and overthrow the rule of King Zhang Quan of Champo.
After listening to Ruan Chong's detailed talk.
Li Xun's eyes suddenly narrowed, leaned back, leaned against the chair, and felt an unspeakable anger in his heart, and he couldn't help but burst out.
No wonder Ruan Zhongzang worked so hard. He had almost no consideration for Shi Shengyou's request. He just went alone and sent troops immediately because he had no choice. Zhang Zhong led an army of 50,000 to Lingnan. A large-scale rebellion was about to break out in Champo. If he did not take any action and stayed there honestly, he could only give up the opportunity to others. Because once the local wealthy families in Champo were rebelled, no matter how many people participated in it in the future, the scale of the wealthy families in the beginning would undoubtedly be dominated. Once they became leaders, what else could Ruan Zhongzang get?
The current situation is simpler, but before the news of Zhang Zhong’s defeat had been transmitted back to Zhan Po, Ruan Zhongzang was obviously preparing to send troops to attack Zhan Po immediately, joining the prefect of Guanrongdao Gao Zhiyao, to start the uprising, and firmly grasp the dominance and leadership position in himself.
Seeing that Li Xun was silent for a long time, Ruan Chong asked carefully: "Sir, don't you know what you mean?"
Li Xun smiled, very coldly: "Ruan Zhongzang is a character, he has wrapped so many of us in."
Hu Chongzhi, who had not spoken, asked in confusion: "What does sir mean?"
Li Xun said coldly: "Your general, damn it!"
Ruan Zhongzang deserves to die. He had already received internal news from Zhan Po ten days ago, but he didn't say a word. If he said that, Zhao Baian would never die. Nearly 20,000 Jiangnan troops would not be wiped out, and the entire situation would not be so dangerous.
If Li Xun and others learned the internal news of Zhan Po in advance, as long as Zhang Zhong entered Lingnan, a major turmoil would break out in his rear. Under such premise, Zhao Bai'an and others could have too many ways and plans to make themselves invincible. However, because of Ruan Zhongzang's concealment, the situation in Lingnan and the fate of many people was heading to another path.
Of course, from Ruan Zhongzang's standpoint, it is the most beneficial for him personally to not tell this matter.
Once Li Xun and others know the news, they will not take the initiative to send troops because there is no need to take risks anymore. However, for Ruan Zhongzang, if Zhao Baian and others do not send troops, Zhang Zhong will not take any action. His 50,000 troops are hoarded on the border of Mexi County, and Ruan Zhongzang has no chance to enter the game.
Ruan Chong and Hu Chongzhi's expressions changed at this time. They immediately stood up, knelt on the ground, kowtowed repeatedly, and asked Li Xun for forgiveness.
It would never be a general person to be entrusted by Ruan Zhongzang to discuss such an important matter. Why did Li Xun's attitude change so much? Ruan Chong and Hu Chongzhi immediately understood.
Ruan Chong said with tears on his face: "Sir, the opportunity is rare. If we miss this opportunity, we will have no hope of restoring the country. We have no choice but to let go of the anger in our hearts for the time being and fulfill us. My general made a vow that if we can restore the country successfully, he will definitely repay the kindness of our great kindness."
Chen He, who had not spoken aside, whispered at this time: "It is forced by the current situation and has to be done as a last resort. The lord refused. What should happen will happen, and it is no longer possible to recover."
Hearing this, Li Xun opened his eyes, sat upright, and remained silent.
Chen He is reminding Li Xun that no matter whether you agree to Ruan Zhongzang's request or not, he will immediately send troops to Zhan Po. This has become a certain fact and no one can change it. Even if you are angry and do not hand over Mexi County to Ruan Zhongzang, it is actually not a big deal for him. Ruan Zhongzang led his troops into Zhan Po. With the response and surrender of the prefect of Guanrongdao Gao Zhiyao, there will be no problems in food and grass logistics in a short period of time.
It would be better to be a favor and give Mexi County to Ruan Zhongzang. This does not have any conflict of interest or disadvantages for Li Xun.
Li Xun was silent for a long time, and finally said in a low voice: "Come on something practical."
Ruan Chong, who had been looking at Li Xun, was immediately energetic when he heard what he said, and he quickly said: "My general said that the loss of the Jin Dynasty army this time was so heavy, and he was guilty. So as long as my general opened up the situation in Zhan Po, gained a firm foothold, and was willing to give half of the money of the Beijianghui to the Lord."
Champo has suffered natural disasters and man-made disasters in recent years. In the long run, food will be the biggest strategic material. Therefore, Ruan Zhongzang currently values two things: weapons and food. Beijiang will accumulate many years of money and food. He needs it, but he can give it up.
Chapter completed!